{
  "response": {
    "Key": "SJU-USMD",
    "orig": {
      "code": "SJU",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "San Juan",
      "fullCity": "San Juan, Puerto Rico",
      "airport": "Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "USMD",
      "type": "region",
      "region": "Maryland",
      "fullRegion": "Maryland, United States"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Maryland can I fly to directly or with one stop from San Juan?",
        "answer": "From San Juan you can fly non-stop to Baltimore/Washington International, the main gateway for Maryland. Baltimore serves the central part of the state well, while one-stop connections through hubs like Charlotte or Atlanta can get you to smaller airports such as Salisbury if you are headed to the Eastern Shore. Most travellers use BWI for its convenience and access to both Baltimore and the Washington D.C. area."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from San Juan to Maryland?",
        "answer": "Non-stop flights from San Juan to Baltimore typically take about 4 hours, and one-stop itineraries to other Maryland airports like Salisbury usually run 6 to 8 hours total. Westbound flights can be slightly shorter due to prevailing winds."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from San Juan to Maryland?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are non-stop flights from San Juan to Baltimore on airlines such as Southwest and Spirit. For other Maryland destinations you will typically connect through Baltimore or a major hub like Charlotte or Atlanta, with total travel times usually around 5 to 7 hours."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from San Juan to Maryland?",
        "answer": "From San Juan to Maryland, Southwest and Spirit offer non-stops to BWI. One-stop options include American via Charlotte or Delta via Atlanta."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from San Juan to Maryland?",
        "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from San Juan to Maryland are typically January, February, and September, with midweek flights and early morning or late evening departures offering lower fares. Avoid peak holiday periods and school vacations, as prices rise significantly; booking one to three months ahead often secures better deals."
      },
      "q5": {
        "question": "How far in advance should I book flights from San Juan to Maryland?",
        "answer": "Book flights from San Juan to Maryland 6 to 10 weeks ahead for the best balance of availability and price, especially for winter holidays and spring break when demand peaks; you can often wait until 3 to 5 weeks out for shoulder season travel."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular areas to visit in Maryland and how does that affect where I should fly?",
        "answer": "In Maryland, Baltimore offers the Inner Harbor and cultural attractions, Annapolis is known for its historic charm and sailing, and Ocean City draws beachgoers. Fly into Baltimore/Washington International for Baltimore and Annapolis, or Salisbury Regional for Ocean City."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Maryland are best to fly into from San Juan?",
        "answer": "Baltimore/Washington International is the main gateway for Maryland, with the most flights from San Juan and easy access to Baltimore, Annapolis, and the Chesapeake Bay area. Washington Dulles and Reagan National, though in Virginia, serve the Maryland suburbs of D.C. well and are good options if your destination is closer to the capital. Salisbury Regional is a smaller choice for the Eastern Shore and Ocean City, but you will likely connect through a hub."
      }
    }
  }
}